IW109 - External operation: Enter operation quantity and quantity unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 109

• Message text: External operation: Enter operation quantity and quantity unit

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE 'FREMDVORGANG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E
For this reason you must enter the operation quantity and a
quantity unit for the operation.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-VERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Enter the operation quantity and a quantity unit.
INCLUDE 'EINGABEN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW109 - External operation: Enter operation quantity and quantity unit ?

  The SAP error message IW109, which states "External operation: Enter operation quantity and quantity unit," typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or production orders when you are trying to record an operation that requires a quantity and a unit of measure but these fields have not been filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quantity: The operation you are trying to process requires a specific quantity to be entered, but it has not been provided.
  Missing Unit of Measure: Along with the quantity, the unit of measure (e.g., hours, pieces) must also be specified, and it may be missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the operation or the order type may not be set up correctly to allow for the entry of quantities.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Quantity and Unit: Go back to the operation screen where the error occurred and ensure that both the operation quantity and the quantity unit are filled in correctly.
  Check Order Type Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration of the order type in the system to ensure that it allows for the entry of quantities for external operations.
  Review User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to enter quantities and units for the operations.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the required fields, consult the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific transaction you are using.
  Contact Support: If the problem continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to maintenance and production orders, such as IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), or IW41 (Enter Time).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields when processing operations in SAP.
  
  By addressing the missing fields and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the IW109 error effectively.